Guy Little Theatrical Photograph
1886
photographic
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1886
photographic
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This photograph shows a woman dressed as a character from a play. She's wearing a fancy costume and posing on a stage. The photo is a picture of Lottie Collins as Mariette in a theatre performance. It's interesting because it gives us a glimpse into what theatre was like back then. The photograph is a record of a performance at the Gaiety Theatre. To learn more about how this photo was made, look into the technique: chiaroscuro.
